Pop and country stars cover Elton John on new compilations

Elton John has announced two new compilations, ‘Revamp’ and ‘Restoration’. They both feature covers of some of his and lyricist Bernie Taupin’s most famous songs.

‘Revamp’ involves pop types like Coldplay and Mary J Blige having a crack, while ‘Restoration’ sees musicians of a more country persuasion – such as Rosanne Cash and Emmylou Harris – doing the sprucing. Miley Cyrus appears on both records.

Set to begin a lengthy farewell tour later this year, John says: “It’s always a huge compliment when an artist loves your song enough to take the time and effort to rework it. As songwriters, Bernie and myself are THRILLED when singers we admire and respect as much as those on ‘Revamp’ and ‘Restoration’ choose to add their own unique twist in the process. It means that our music is still relevant and ultimately that our songs continue to reach new audiences. We’re humbled and thank them all for their generosity”.

Taupin adds: “Because of our love of all kinds of music, we’re not stuck in one genre. From day one we borrowed from everything that’s good about American music – whether it’s blues, country, gospel, pop, pure rock – everything got thrown in the mix. I think that’s why our music over the years has been so varied. It would be tiring if you just got stuck in one niche your entire career, especially when it’s one as long as ours”.